Bob Thompson, Music

History truly comes alive in this documentary thanks to music that paints a tapestry of vivid colors. MotionMasters turned to a pro when it was looking for a music director for this project — a man who has the distinction of garnering both local and international fame.

Bob Thompson composed the original score for "A Moving Monument: The West Virginia State Capitol." The powerful, uplifting music creates an emotional connection between viewers and the story of West Virginia's Capitols.

During a professional career that has spanned more than 30 years, Bob's music has communicated with audiences around the globe. From his early days with the Modern Jazz Interpreters to an acclaimed series of solo albums on labels like Capitol and Ichiban to his latest work with his five-member, Charleston-based Bob Thompson Unit, Bob has won the respect and praise of jazz critics and fans alike.

With appearances on BET, the internationally broadcast public radio show "Mountain Stage" and several tours abroad, he's long been a visible presence in the jazz world. Bob's holiday jazz show "Joy To The World" has been broadcast nationally for many years on Public Radio International. "Homeland," the Bob Thompson Unit's release on colortones.com, is a collection of exciting contemporary pieces written by Bob and drummer Tim Courts.

This CD contains a soulful rendition of George Gershwin's "Summertime." Bob's work on "A Moving Monument: The West Virginia State Capitol" marks the second time he has teamed with MotionMasters to post score a documentary. He also was the music director for "A Principled Man: Rev. Leon Sullivan."

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